Maria Hoey
A native of Iowa, Maria moved to Los Angeles ten years ago. It's there that she met and married her husband, Brian. Maria has 2 boys who make her world go round and round and round and round... She also is a co-host on a hilarious podcast - They See Me Mommin'. When she isn't doing all things "mom" Maria enjoys reading, writing, baking, eating and LAUGHING!
My Top 5 Mom Life Crisis Outbursts
We've all had a mom life crisis outburst. You know, when you realize that you're a mom and not the seventeen-year-old you see in your head.
Sometimes the mom life crisis outbursts can be...
You’re a Stepmom, Not a Real Mom
You're a Stepmom, not a Real Mom.
You can't possibly understand because you don't actually have your own children.
Mother's Day isn't for you.
I am a stepmom and I've heard it all. I've believed it all....
Don’t Make This Parenting Mistake
Once I had a child I was immediately worried about making huge parenting mistakes. I think that's pretty common among parents.
As parents, we first worry about how many diaper changes they have and...
The Best Way To Cook Chicken
Chicken, it's what's for dinner. Or in my case, it's what I accidentally forgot to take out of the freezer and defrost so now we have nothing to eat for dinner.
I have a love...
Can You Do Jumping Jacks Without Peeing Your Pants?
Can you do jumping jacks without peeing your pants? The answer to this question eight weeks ago was absolutely no.
I mean I could maybe get one or two done without peeing, IF my bladder...
Salt & Sunshine Designs – A Local Business Changing the World
The first thing I noticed about Meredith Stanton, owner of Salt & Sunshine Designs, was her welcoming smile. I immediately felt like I could talk to her for hours, which is basically what I...
How Parenting A Teenager Is Like Trying To Lose Weight
I have a teenager. And I really think that trying to parent a teenager is a lot like trying to lose weight. This may seem like a super strange comparison, but let me explain.
First...
OCMB Announces OC Neighborhood Groups!
Today we are excited to launch our OC Neighborhood Groups! Our goal is to connect local moms online and offline through messages, play dates, and events to make Orange County feel a little smaller.
Want...
Fear Of The Tooth Fairy
The Tooth Fairy has not really been discussed in our house - like at all. In fact, when my son noticed that he had a loose tooth and mentioned the Tooth Fairy I was...
Why Is My Child Obsessed With Fidget Spinners?
Seriously, did anyone know what a fidget spinner was a year ago?
I didn't.
So, why is my five-year-old obsessed with fidget spinners?
Well, I asked him and he told me that the fidget spinner was...
Single Life Vacation Packing VS. Packing For Vacation With Kids
Three cheers for vacation, am I right? Every year the Summer rolls around and like most families in America, we are headed on vacation.
Now that I'm a mom, I've realized packing for vacation...
Tapestry Walk Shows Anaheim Lots of Summer Love
Summer is here and if you're like me you are always looking for a family friendly activity in Anaheim. My go-to's are the pool, the beach and of course a BBQ.
And a BBQ that...
You *Might* Be A Mom When…
The dictionary defines mom as a person's mother. But, I feel like that doesn't quite do the whole mom thing justice. And because it's Friday, and because most of us are beginning summer break,...
When Did REST Become A Four-Letter-Word?
When did REST become a four-letter-word? Rest to me seems luxurious, inappropriate, not to be talked about. Anyone else feel ashamed when they take a rest? Or worse, when they NEED to rest?
I feel...